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"You?"
Mira, Yukino, Juvia, Laxus, and the others immediately looked at Noah in surprise.
Under everyone's gaze, Noah nodded.
"In the competitions yesterday and the day before, neither Team A nor Team B earned many points. We've only barely held onto first place through the duels, but just like the reports said, the gap between us and those behind us isn't large. We could be overtaken at any time. So, I'll be competing today!"
At those words, Mira, Juvia, and Laxus fell into thought.
"Um..." Yukino spoke with some guilt.
"I'm really sorry. It's all my fault..."
Clearly, Yukino had taken Noah's words to heart.
After all, it had been Yukino who caused both Team A and Team B to return empty-handed in the first day's competition.
"You weren't a member of our guild at the time, so naturally, you had to do your best to earn points for your own guild. You don't need to feel guilty about it." Noah patted Yukino on the shoulder, then passed everyone and headed into the arena.
"Well then, I'll be back soon."
"Be careful," Mira reminded him.
"Don't push yourself."
Noah raised a hand to show that there was no need to worry, then entered the arena.
At the same time, the other teams also decided on their contestants.
"Alright! Every team has chosen its participant!" Chabati announced loudly.
"Let's see which contestants the eight teams have sent out!"
"Raven Tail has sent out contestant Obra!"
"Saber Tooth has sent out contestant Orga!"
"Mermaid Heel has sent out contestant Millianna!"
"Blue Pegasus has sent out contestant Hibiki!"